10+ Not-to-be-missed Finger Lakes Winter Events

Most winters (perhaps not this one!), people think of winter in the northeast as a time of hibernation…except skiers, of course! Well, if you’re hankering to get out of the house and have some fun, put these festivals and events on your calendar.

January 27-29. See schedule for events and times – Winter Village Blue Grass Festival – Whether you’re a musician or a music lover, you won’t want to miss this weekend-long event that includes a stellar line up of performers, plus many workshops for musicians. All inclusive Festival Pass – Friday and Saturday night concerts, Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning performances, workshops, and jamming. $85; Saturday Concert Only (at Hangar Theatre)$30; Friday Day Pass including Afternoon workshops and evening concert $40; Saturday Day Pass including Morning/afternoon workshops and evening concert $50. Ithaca.(Better for adults, unless your child is a true music lover).

February 4, 2012 @ 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. - Ganondagan’s Winter Games and Sports - Discover the winter activities of the Seneca people, including such hands-on activities as dog sledding, snow snake, snowshoeing, storytelling and winter crafts.Suggested donation of $5 per family. Snowshoe rental: $5/adults, $3/children, and free for Friends of Ganondagan members. Snowshoe owners are encouraged to bring their own because of limited supply. Victor. (Family-friendly). For more on the sport of Snow Snake, read my article, “Snow Snake, a Haudenosaunee Sport Steeped in Tradition.”

February 11-12, 2012 – Cheese and Wine Lovers Weekend – Cheese and Wine…an incomparable combination dating back thousands of years ! Each of 8 wineries will creatively include cheese in a variety of savory dishes. Weekend ticket $18 per person and $13.50 for designated drivers. Along Keuka Wine Trail. (Best for adults).

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